Job Search Navigation – Finding Your Target
A good portion of your job search should be spent creating a multi-channel search strategy and identifying some of the target companies you would love to work for. It is important that you take time outside of simply hitting submit on those online applications to craft a successful job search. The Hidden Job Market For … Read more
Networking for Success: Getting off the couch and into the networking game
One of the most common questions I get asked when a client’s job search is stalled is “Do I have to do the whole networking thing?” Yes. Yes, you do. Job seekers are great at submitting online job applications day in and day out of their search. It’s a very common appropriation of job search … Read more
Virtual Interviews: The DO’s and DON’Ts for Today’s Virtual World
Virtual interviews used to exist as a pre-screening to allow the company to decide who to bring in for in-person interviews, but today this is not always the case. Virtual, or remote, interviews are slowly replacing traditional interviews as technology becomes better and the world changes. Here is your top list of Dos and DON’T’s … Read more
Interview Follow-Up: What to do After the Interview
The interview is over and you can finally kick back and relax after all that hard work. Your job is done and now all that is left to do is wait to hear from the hiring manager. WRONG! After your interview is complete, there are some crucial actions you absolutely must complete. A follow-up thank … Read more
Ace the Interview: 4 Stages of Conversation Every Job Seeker Needs to Master
So you’ve landed the most crucial step in your job search – the interview! Now what? It is time to practice, practice, practice, and become the master of these four stages of interview conversation. Understanding the breakdown of a job interview will help to ensure that you’re closing the deal and establishing yourself as the … Read more
Cover Letters 101: Why They’re Crucial and Which Style You Need
So you have finally reached resume precision and are ready to put yourself out into the market. Now it’s time for an effective cover letter to make the match between what you have to offer and what the hiring company needs. Your cover letter is an opportunity to let your personality shine through and to … Read more
Does Your Cover Letter Have these 4 Must-Haves?
We’ve talked about why you need a cover letter (hyperlink to article 1), now let’s make sure you’re including all the necessary elements to help your cover letter stand out, illuminate your resume, and land you that interview. #1 – Grab Their Attention Regardless of the formatting, it is absolutely necessary that you grab the … Read more
4 Important Letters to Write During Your Job Search
Beyond the cover letter, there are a multitude of different documents that you may need to navigate through your job search. From reaching out to recruiters to strengthening your professional network, these four letters might just be the key to opening your next career doorway. One of the most effective ways to network your way … Read more
Setting Goals For Your Job Search
The job search process can be overwhelming, to say the least. Let’s talk about how you can set your sights on a clear target and set appropriate, attainable goals for your own job search. “If you don’t know where you are going, any road will get you there. “ – Lewis Carroll It’s incredibly important … Read more
